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4 Software Support 51 4.1 Install Operating System 51 4.2 Support CD Information 51 4.2.1 Running Support CD 51 4.2.2 Drivers Menu 51 4.2.3 Utilities Menu 51 4.2.4 Contact Information 51 4
4 Software Support 51 4.1 Install Operating System 51 4.2 Support CD Information 51 4.2.1 Running Support CD 51 4.2.2 Drivers Menu 51 4.2.3 Utilities Menu 51 4.2.4 Contact Information 51 4
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... for specific information about the model you for purchasing ASRock G41M-GS3 / G41M-S3 motherboard, a reliable motherboard produced under ASRock's consistently stringent quality control. www.asrock.com/support/index.asp 1.1 Package Contents ASRock G41M-GS3 / G41M-S3 Motherboard (Micro ATX Form Factor: 9.6-in x 7.6-in, 24.4 cm x 19.3 cm) ASRock G41M-GS3 / G41M-S3 Quick Installation Guide ASRock G41M-GS3 / G41M-S3 Support CD Two Serial ATA (SATA) Data Cables (Optional...
... for specific information about the model you for purchasing ASRock G41M-GS3 / G41M-S3 motherboard, a reliable motherboard produced under ASRock's consistently stringent quality control. www.asrock.com/support/index.asp 1.1 Package Contents ASRock G41M-GS3 / G41M-S3 Motherboard (Micro ATX Form Factor: 9.6-in x 7.6-in, 24.4 cm x 19.3 cm) ASRock G41M-GS3 / G41M-S3 Quick Installation Guide ASRock G41M-GS3 / G41M-S3 Support CD Two Serial ATA (SATA) Data Cables (Optional...
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...memory (see CAUTION 1) - capacity of system memory: 8GB (see CAUTION 2) - G41M-S3: Realtek PCIE x1 LAN 8103EL / 8102EL, speed 10/100 Mb/s - Micro ATX Form Factor: 9.6-in x 7.6-in / Front Speaker / Microphone Supports EM64T CPU - Max. resolution up to -Use USB 2.0 Ports - 1 x RJ.../ CoreTM 2 Quad / CoreTM 2 Duo / Pentium® Dual Core / Celeron® Dual Core / Celeron®, supporting Penryn Quad Core Yorkfield and Dual Core Wolfdale processors - Supports D-Sub with LED (ACT/LINK LED and SPEED LED) - G41M-GS3: Realtek PCIE x1 Gigabit LAN RTL8111DL, speed 10/100/1000 Mb...
...memory (see CAUTION 1) - capacity of system memory: 8GB (see CAUTION 2) - G41M-S3: Realtek PCIE x1 LAN 8103EL / 8102EL, speed 10/100 Mb/s - Micro ATX Form Factor: 9.6-in x 7.6-in / Front Speaker / Microphone Supports EM64T CPU - Max. resolution up to -Use USB 2.0 Ports - 1 x RJ.../ CoreTM 2 Quad / CoreTM 2 Duo / Pentium® Dual Core / Celeron® Dual Core / Celeron®, supporting Penryn Quad Core Yorkfield and Dual Core Wolfdale processors - Supports D-Sub with LED (ACT/LINK LED and SPEED LED) - G41M-GS3: Realtek PCIE x1 Gigabit LAN RTL8111DL, speed 10/100/1000 Mb...
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... "Hot Plug" functions) (see CAUTION 9) BIOS Feature - 8Mb AMI BIOS - AMBIOS 2.3.1 Support - CPU, VCCM, NB, SB,VTT Voltage Multi-adjustment - ASRock OC Tuner (see CAUTION 12) - ASRock Instant Flash (see CAUTION 10) - Hybrid Booster: - CPU Frequency Stepless Control (see CAUTION 15) - ASRock U-COP (see CAUTION 14) - Chassis Temperature Sensing - CPU Fan Tachometer - Microsoft®...
... "Hot Plug" functions) (see CAUTION 9) BIOS Feature - 8Mb AMI BIOS - AMBIOS 2.3.1 Support - CPU, VCCM, NB, SB,VTT Voltage Multi-adjustment - ASRock OC Tuner (see CAUTION 12) - ASRock Instant Flash (see CAUTION 10) - Hybrid Booster: - CPU Frequency Stepless Control (see CAUTION 15) - ASRock U-COP (see CAUTION 14) - Chassis Temperature Sensing - CPU Fan Tachometer - Microsoft®...
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...* DDR3 1333 memory modules will operate in the BIOS, applying Untied Overclocking Technology, or using the thirdparty overclocking tools. This motherboard supports Untied Overclocking Technology. Please check the table below for the latest information. 8. Before you use a FSB533-CPU on this motherboard...works fine under Windows® 7 / VistaTM / XP. For special overclocking mode, please refer to adjust the jumper settings. This motherboard supports Dual Channel Memory Technology. Overclocking may be done at DDR3 533 if you adopt a DDR3 800 memory module. * If you adopt a...
...* DDR3 1333 memory modules will operate in the BIOS, applying Untied Overclocking Technology, or using the thirdparty overclocking tools. This motherboard supports Untied Overclocking Technology. Please check the table below for the latest information. 8. Before you use a FSB533-CPU on this motherboard...works fine under Windows® 7 / VistaTM / XP. For special overclocking mode, please refer to adjust the jumper settings. This motherboard supports Dual Channel Memory Technology. Overclocking may be done at DDR3 533 if you adopt a DDR3 800 memory module. * If you adopt a...
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... plate tab under retention tab of load lever. 14 Remove PnP Cap (Pick and Place Cap): Use your left hand index finger and thumb to support the load plate edge, engage PnP cap with right hand thumb and peel the cap from the socket while pressing on load plate, engage the...
... plate tab under retention tab of load lever. 14 Remove PnP Cap (Pick and Place Cap): Use your left hand index finger and thumb to support the load plate edge, engage PnP cap with right hand thumb and peel the cap from the socket while pressing on load plate, engage the...
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... the heatsink are oriented on side closest to the CPU fan connector on fastener caps with thumb to install and lock. Step 4. Step 2. Ensure that supports Intel 775-LAND CPU. Step 5. Rotate the fastener clockwise, then press down the fasteners without rotating them clockwise, the heatsink cannot be secured on the...
... the heatsink are oriented on side closest to the CPU fan connector on fastener caps with thumb to install and lock. Step 4. Step 2. Ensure that supports Intel 775-LAND CPU. Step 5. Rotate the fastener clockwise, then press down the fasteners without rotating them clockwise, the heatsink cannot be secured on the...
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... The DIMM only fits in place and the DIMM is properly seated. 16 2.5 Installation of Memory Modules (DIMM) G41M-GS3 / G41M-S3 motherboard provides two 240-pin DDR3 (Double Data Rate 3) DIMM slots, and supports Dual Channel Memory Technology. Unlock a DIMM slot by pressing the retaining clips outward. Firmly insert the DIMM into the...
... The DIMM only fits in place and the DIMM is properly seated. 16 2.5 Installation of Memory Modules (DIMM) G41M-GS3 / G41M-S3 motherboard provides two 240-pin DDR3 (Double Data Rate 3) DIMM slots, and supports Dual Channel Memory Technology. Unlock a DIMM slot by pressing the retaining clips outward. Firmly insert the DIMM into the...
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... (SATAII_1: see p.10, No. 13) (SATAII_2: see p.10, No. 12) (SATAII_3: see p.10, No. 10) (SATAII_4: see p.10, No. 11) These Serial ATAII (SATAII) connectors support SATAII or SATA hard disk for the details. Do NOT place jumper caps over the headers and connectors will cause permanent damage of the connector...
... (SATAII_1: see p.10, No. 13) (SATAII_2: see p.10, No. 12) (SATAII_3: see p.10, No. 10) (SATAII_4: see p.10, No. 11) These Serial ATAII (SATAII) connectors support SATAII or SATA hard disk for the details. Do NOT place jumper caps over the headers and connectors will cause permanent damage of the connector...
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...cable that allows convenient connection of audio devices. 1. Click the icon on the chassis must support HDA to enter Realtek HD Audio Manager. B. C. Enter Windows system. High Definition Audio supports Jack Sensing, but the panel wire on the lower right hand taskbar to function correctly. ...p.10 No. 21) GND PRESENCE# MIC_RET OUT_RET 1 OUT2_L J_SENSE OUT2_R MIC2_R MIC2_L This is an interface for AC'97 audio panel. Each USB 2.0 header can support two USB 2.0 ports. 1 GND P+4 P-4 USB_PWR Print Port Header (25-pin LPT1) (see p.10 No. 25) AFD# ERROR# PINIT# SLIN# GND...
...cable that allows convenient connection of audio devices. 1. Click the icon on the chassis must support HDA to enter Realtek HD Audio Manager. B. C. Enter Windows system. High Definition Audio supports Jack Sensing, but the panel wire on the lower right hand taskbar to function correctly. ...p.10 No. 21) GND PRESENCE# MIC_RET OUT_RET 1 OUT2_L J_SENSE OUT2_R MIC2_R MIC2_L This is an interface for AC'97 audio panel. Each USB 2.0 header can support two USB 2.0 ports. 1 GND P+4 P-4 USB_PWR Print Port Header (25-pin LPT1) (see p.10 No. 25) AFD# ERROR# PINIT# SLIN# GND...
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... to Pin 1-3. If you plan to connect the 3-Pin CPU fan to the CPU fan connector on this motherboard provides 4-Pin CPU fan (Quiet Fan) support, the 3-Pin CPU fan still can work successfully even without the fan speed control function. G. CPU Fan Connector (4-pin CPU_FAN1) (see p.10 No. 19) PLED...
... to Pin 1-3. If you plan to connect the 3-Pin CPU fan to the CPU fan connector on this motherboard provides 4-Pin CPU fan (Quiet Fan) support, the 3-Pin CPU fan still can work successfully even without the fan speed control function. G. CPU Fan Connector (4-pin CPU_FAN1) (see p.10 No. 19) PLED...
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... vendors to correctly adjust your SATAII hard disk may not be at SATAII mode. Please visit HITACHI's website for details: http://www.hitachigst.com/hdd/support/download.htm The above examples are just for your computer, please carefully read below instruction with the best performance. Please visit the vendors' website for...
... vendors to correctly adjust your SATAII hard disk may not be at SATAII mode. Please visit HITACHI's website for details: http://www.hitachigst.com/hdd/support/download.htm The above examples are just for your computer, please carefully read below instruction with the best performance. Please visit the vendors' website for...
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... SATA / SATAII hard disk. STEP 2: Connect the SATA power cable to install the SATA / SATAII hard disks. Please refer to the warning on the support CD driver page. Please follow the order from [Auto] to your chassis. This section will guide you apply Untied Overclocking Technology. 25 Therefore, CPU FSB...the SATA data cable to the SATA / SATAII hard disk. 2.11 Driver Installation Guide To install the drivers to your system, please insert the support CD to [Manual]. STEP 4: Connect the other end of BIOS setup to set the selection from up to bottom side to your system can be...
... SATA / SATAII hard disk. STEP 2: Connect the SATA power cable to install the SATA / SATAII hard disks. Please refer to the warning on the support CD driver page. Please follow the order from [Auto] to your chassis. This section will guide you apply Untied Overclocking Technology. 25 Therefore, CPU FSB...the SATA data cable to the SATA / SATAII hard disk. 2.11 Driver Installation Guide To install the drivers to your system, please insert the support CD to [Manual]. STEP 4: Connect the other end of BIOS setup to set the selection from up to bottom side to your system can be...
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... memory module(s) inserted and assigns appropriate frequency automatically. DRAM Command Rate Use this item to page 8 for the CPU FSB frequency and its corresponding memory support frequency. The configuration options depend on this motherboard. You may cause damage to your own risk and expense. 3.3 OC Tweaker Screen In the OC Tweaker...
... memory module(s) inserted and assigns appropriate frequency automatically. DRAM Command Rate Use this item to page 8 for the CPU FSB frequency and its corresponding memory support frequency. The configuration options depend on this motherboard. You may cause damage to your own risk and expense. 3.3 OC Tweaker Screen In the OC Tweaker...
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Ratio Status This is a read-only item, which displays whether the ratio status of this feature is [Auto]. 31 If the CPU you adopt supports EIST (Intel (R) SpeedStep(tm) tech.), and you need to set the "Power Schemes" as "Portable/Laptop" to adjust the ratio value, please ...item Ratio CMOS Setting appears to adjust PCIE frequency. The default value is [Auto]. If you will be hidden if the current CPU does not support Intel (R) SpeedStep(tm) tech.. Configuration options: [Auto] and [Manual]. Please note that enabling this to system stability or compatibility issue with some ...
Ratio Status This is a read-only item, which displays whether the ratio status of this feature is [Auto]. 31 If the CPU you adopt supports EIST (Intel (R) SpeedStep(tm) tech.), and you need to set the "Power Schemes" as "Portable/Laptop" to adjust the ratio value, please ...item Ratio CMOS Setting appears to adjust PCIE frequency. The default value is [Auto]. If you will be hidden if the current CPU does not support Intel (R) SpeedStep(tm) tech.. Configuration options: [Auto] and [Manual]. Please note that enabling this to system stability or compatibility issue with some ...
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... the native processor instructions HLT and MWAIT and requires no hardware support from the chipset. Spread Spectrum This item should be [Auto] for better system stability. If...system caches. 33 Overclock Mode Use this motherboard. Cnfiguration options: [Auto], [Manual] and [Optimized]. If the CPU you adopt supports EIST (Intel (R) SpeedStep(tm) tech.), and you changing the ratio value of this motherboard is unlocked, you will find this...[Enabled] [Disabled] [Disabled] [Auto] This should always be enabled in advance. Enhance Halt State All processors support the Halt State (C1).
... the native processor instructions HLT and MWAIT and requires no hardware support from the chipset. Spread Spectrum This item should be [Auto] for better system stability. If...system caches. 33 Overclock Mode Use this motherboard. Cnfiguration options: [Auto], [Manual] and [Optimized]. If the CPU you adopt supports EIST (Intel (R) SpeedStep(tm) tech.), and you changing the ratio value of this motherboard is unlocked, you will find this...[Enabled] [Disabled] [Disabled] [Auto] This should always be enabled in advance. Enhance Halt State All processors support the Halt State (C1).
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...prevent data pages from overheated. Please set this option is [Auto]. 34 This option will be hidden if the current CPU does not support CPU Thermal Throttling. is [Auto]. If you set this function may select [Enabled] to enable P4 CPU internal thermal control mechanism to... Thermal Throttling You may reduce CPU voltage and lead to system stability or compatibility issue with an Intel Pentium® 4 processor that supports Hyper-Threading technology and an operating system that enabling this item to set this function. Hyper Threading Technology To enable this feature, it...
...prevent data pages from overheated. Please set this option is [Auto]. 34 This option will be hidden if the current CPU does not support CPU Thermal Throttling. is [Auto]. If you set this function may select [Enabled] to enable P4 CPU internal thermal control mechanism to... Thermal Throttling You may reduce CPU voltage and lead to system stability or compatibility issue with an Intel Pentium® 4 processor that supports Hyper-Threading technology and an operating system that enabling this item to set this function. Hyper Threading Technology To enable this feature, it...
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... this memory with 1024MB or above. Primary Graphics Adapter This allows you can also choose our Intelligent Energy Saver utility to enable this option to support increased content protection and robustness requirements for premium content playback (Bluray disc). [Lite] mode is the encryption of compressed video buffer and is [PCI]. Configuration...
... this memory with 1024MB or above. Primary Graphics Adapter This allows you can also choose our Intelligent Energy Saver utility to enable this option to support increased content protection and robustness requirements for premium content playback (Bluray disc). [Lite] mode is the encryption of compressed video buffer and is [PCI]. Configuration...
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... power on the system. The default value is selected, the AC/Power remains off mode. Ring-In Power On Use this feature if the OS supports it. ACPI HPET Table Use this item to turn on AC/Power Loss Ring-In Power On PCI Devices Power On PS / 2 Keyboard Power On...
... power on the system. The default value is selected, the AC/Power remains off mode. Ring-In Power On Use this feature if the OS supports it. ACPI HPET Table Use this item to turn on AC/Power Loss Ring-In Power On PCI Devices Power On PS / 2 Keyboard Power On...
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... SATAII 1, SATAII 2 SATAII 1 SATAII 2 Slave SATAII 3, SATAII 4 SATAII 3 SATAII 4 42 If you install legacy OS (Windows® NT). Because Intel® ICH7 south bridge only supports four IDE devices under legacy OS (Windows NT), you to [SATA 1, SATA 3, IDE 1], then SATAII_2, SATAII_4 will work. When [Compatible] is selected Combined Option It...
... SATAII 1, SATAII 2 SATAII 1 SATAII 2 Slave SATAII 3, SATAII 4 SATAII 3 SATAII 4 42 If you install legacy OS (Windows® NT). Because Intel® ICH7 south bridge only supports four IDE devices under legacy OS (Windows NT), you to [SATA 1, SATA 3, IDE 1], then SATAII_2, SATAII_4 will work. When [Compatible] is selected Combined Option It...